EQUINE MANAGEMENT COURSES

 EQM 100 (3) Equine Studies—This course will cover all of the basic aspects of the equine industry, covering the history and development of the horse, breeds, anatomy, nutrition, lameness, body condition scoring, reproduction, classifying horses according to their function, behavior and genetics.  Buildings and equipment used in the production and training of horses will be discussed along with career opportunities available in the equine industry.

 EQM 200 (3) Horsemanship Ministry—Training of dedicated Christians to conduct safe, efficient, and effective horsemanship programs as a tool of Christian Ministry.  Designed to equip each equine student with the necessary tools to successfully manage, train, and teach in a variety of equestrian ministry settings. Fee

 EQM 201 (3) Equine Conformation—Conformation of the horse is covered in detail and its relationship to “form follows function”.  This is a complete evaluation of all aspects of the horse’s anatomy and how it is related to its function and purpose.  Individual breed characteristics are covered and why they are important to that breed.  The different gaits of breeds will be covered.

 EQM 202 (3) Stable Management—Basic principles of establishing a business plan, creating a safe and satisfying environment, applying practical and economic horse keeping techniques and maximizing your efforts for a successful operation. Fee.

 EQM 205 (3) Forage Management & Feeding Horses—This course covers the basic nutritional requirements and the practical feeding of horses; including the studies of the basic classes of feeds.  The role that pastures play in a well planned feeding program will be investigated along with proper management of those pastures.  Evaluating forages and understanding a forage analysis in relation to feeding will be included.

 EQM 206 (3) Equine Health and First Aid—Comprehensive course to explain routine but essential health care, basic first aid, and how to identify urgent medical conditions. Fee.

 EQM 208 (3) Introduction to Therapeutic Riding—Progressive instruction for building a skill foundation in therapeutic riding instruction.  North American Riding for the Handicapped Association.  Certification and Standards including the use of therapy horses, tack and other equipment. Fee.

 EQM 245 (3) Riding Instructor Certification—Students complete a 40 hour certification clinic.  Teaching and equitation skills in ring and trail riding. Fee.

 EQM 251 (3) Horse Training—Establishing horse training goals and programs.  Positive and progressive approach to horsemanship including handling, ground lessons, and obedience under saddle. Fee.

 EQM 261 (3) Equine Anatomy & Physiology—This course will be a study of the anatomy and physiology of the horse.  A systems approach will be used including the musculoskeletal, digestive, respiratory, circulatory, reproductive, endocrine, integument, nervous and blood.  Some compatative anatomy will also be included.

 EQM 306 (3) Equine Diseases—This course is designed to review the basic anatomy and physiology of the equine species and how to identify health-related conditions of the horse.  Most of the course will be taught through an “anatomical systems” approach with the exception of reproduction, foaling, and pediatrics.

 EQM 310 (3) Farm and Ranch Management—Resource Management of land, water, and facilities involved in equine programs.  The primary goals will be to train equine managers, and to develop a focus on natural resource systems with the overall aim to increase efficient farm or ranch management. Fee.

 EQM 320 (3) Equine Administration—Study of equestrian business, equestrian organizations, breed associations, facility and event management operations, conventions and programs. Fee.

 EQM 391 (1-3) Independent Study—A directed and supervised investigation of a selected problem/topics in the area of Equine Management.  Available to senior EQM majors or minors.  A student may take up to six (6) hours of independent studies. Contract.

 EQM 393 (1-3) Seminar—The study of various issues/topics in the field of equine management.  Topics will be determined and announced for each semester a seminar is offered.

 EQM 406 (3) Equine Lameness and Hoof Care—This course will study the causes, treatment, and management of lameness issues in the equine species.  Students will also gain knowledge on the fundamentals of hoof trimming and horseshoeing through lecture and laboratory sessions.

 EQM 420 (3) Equine Reproduction Management—This course will focus on the equine breeding operation primarily from a management perspective and secondarily investigate the medical management of reproduction.

 EQM 435 (3-6) Equine Field Experience—A directed field experience at Asbury University or at another location with departmental approval.  Students are responsible for total care of the horses including feeding, as well as maintaining stables and facilities including programming for one semester.  240 hours.  Contract.

 

HEALTH EDUCATION COURSES

 HED 231 (3) Injury Care and Safety—Science of prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.  Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the mechanisms of injury and on acquiring practical training room skills.  Includes American Red Cross Community CPR and First Aid certifications. Requires a field component. Fee.

 HED 282 (3) Community Environmental Health—Basic view into community health and environmental issues.  Discussions include: personal health, community and national health organizations, the nation’s health profile, health care systems and other basic community health related issues. Covers the study of the environment and the human impact on it and how it relates to the individual and global health.  Requires a field component.

 HED 299 (3) Contemporary Health Issues—Psychological, social, and physical implications of health education. Emphasis on creative teaching as well as the professional organizations associated with health education.  Studies the theory and practice of selecting, organizing, and teaching health.  Discussions include:  consumer health issues, choosing reliable products and services, distinguish between valid and questionable information in the media and internet.  Requires a field component.

 HED 312 (3) Nutrition for Health and Human Performance—Study of nutrition and its relationship to health and physical performance.  Covers nutrition throughout the life span and relation to the enhancement of health, fitness, and sport performance.  Recommended dietary intakes, supplements, ergogenic aids, special populations, weight control, weight loss and weight gain. Fee.

 HED 322 (2) HPE in the Elementary School—Materials, methods, and practice in health and physical education activities suitable for use in the classroom, gymnasium and playground by children in the elementary school. Requires a field component.

 HED 393 (3) Health Seminar—A discussion of selected topics and issues in the area of health education.  Topics may vary for each semester the course is offered. Requires a field component.

 HED 400 (3) Human Behaviors and Relationships—Emphasizes mental and emotional health, human sexuality and relationships.  Prepares the future health educator to teach the components of mental and emotional health and the relationship between health and human sexuality.

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITY COURSES

 

Policy:  One credit hour of an activity course is required of each University student for graduation.  This activity course should be completed by the end of the sophomore year.  No more than one (1) semester hour of PE credit may be taken in any one semester.  No more than four (4) semester hours of PE may count towards graduation.

 PE 106 (1) Personal Fitness—The development of a personal exercise program for the purpose of meeting individual fitness needs.  Seniors only, with permission of the instructor and department chair.  Prerequisite:  PED 100.  Contract.

 PE 107 (1) Weight Control—A study of the principles and values of obtaining and maintaining optimum weight with specific emphasis upon good nutrition (within the framework of the University cafeteria) and upon an exercise program geared to the individual's need.  Open only to those with a weight problem.  Prerequisite:  PED 100.  Contract.

 PE 108 (1) Varsity Athletics—One hour physical education credit may be given for participation in one full season of varsity athletics.  Two hours credit for varsity athletics maximum.  Women's sports:  [Fall] cross-country, soccer, tennis, volleyball; [Spring] basketball, golf, softball, swimming.  Men's sports:  [Fall] cross-country, soccer; [Spring] baseball, basketball, golf, swimming, tennis.  Adding PE 108 credit may change your tuition billing and credit can be declined. Credit/No credit.

 PE 110 (1) Cheerleading—Participation in cheerleading activity.  By permission of instructor and tryouts.  May be taken concurrently with PED 100. Three (3) hours maximum credit. Credit/No credit.

 PE 111 (1) Physical Activity—Credit given for various combinations of the following 0.5 credit physical activity classes.  Prerequisite for all classes: PED 100.  See official schedule for specific combination options.

 Beginning Archery—Basic fundamentals of shooting safety, etiquette, care of equipment with practice in shooting. Fee.

 Beginning Badminton—For students interested in learning the basic fundamentals of badminton.  Included are basic strokes, strategy, rules, and etiquette.

 Beginning Basketball—A beginning skill level course designed to develop ability in basketball fundamentals. Drills are used often to facilitate learning.

 Intermediate Basketball—A course designed to review the basic fundamental skills of basketball and to include new skills.  Attention will also be given to offensive and defensive formations in game situations.  Prerequisite: Beginning Basketball.

 Beginning Disc Golf—An introduction to skills, rules, strategies, and etiquette of the game. Fee.

 Beginning Golf—An introductory course designed to develop proper pre-swing and in-swing fundamentals, putting, golf etiquette, and rules of play. Fee.

 Beginning Gymnastics—An introductory gymnastics course in which the student will learn about equipment, safety devices and spotting techniques as well as various gymnastics movements such as rolls, cartwheels and partner stunts.

 Paddle Tennis—The basic fundamentals of the game are studied and practiced; grips, strokes, service, court position, footwork, etc.

 Beginning Racquetball—The fundamentals of the game are studied and practiced:  grips, strokes, service, court position, footwork, etc.

 Beginning Soccer—A beginning skill level course designed to develop ability in soccer fundamentals.  Drills are used to facilitate learning.

 Beginning Softball—A beginning skill level course designed to develop the basic fundamentals of softball.  Included are individual and team skills.

 Beginning Tennis—The basic fundamentals of the game are studied and practiced:  grips, strokes, service, court position, footwork, etc.  

 Intermediate Tennis—Designed to perfect the basic strokes and add new ones, such as the lob, overhead, etc. Time will be spent in doubles play and in working on form and strategy.  Prerequisite: Beginning Tennis.

 Beginning Volleyball—A beginning skill level course designed to develop fundamental volleyball skills as well as a knowledge of the rules and basic formations. Skills included are serve, forearm pass, above-the-face pass, spike and block.

 Intermediate Volleyball—A course designed to review the basic fundamental skills of volleyball and to include new skills such as dig, dink, and sprawl. Attention will also be given to offensive and defensive formations for team play. Prerequisite: Beginning Volleyball.

 PE 120 (1) Beginning/Intermediate Weight Training—Full semester course.

(Required for Exercise Science Majors).

 Beginning Weight Training—Course offers the student the theory, technique and basic philosophy involved in weight training for strength and endurance.  The student will develop a personalized weight training program. Prerequisite:  PED 100. 

 Intermediate Weight Training—Course offers the student the theory, technique and basic philosophy involved in weight training for strength and endurance.  The student will develop or continue a personalized weight training program.  Prerequisite: Beginning Weight Training. 

 PE 121 (1) Aerobics — A conditioning class for the purpose of developing cardiovascular fitness.  The program consists of different endurance exercises such as jogging, circuit training, aerobic dance (running games), etc. Full semester course. (Required for Exercise Science Majors). Prerequisite:  PED 100. 

 PE 122 (1) Fitness Walking—Seeks to improve one’s fitness level by walking often enough (frequency), hard enough (intensity), and long enough (duration) to Adult Professional Studies fitness gains.  Includes health-related (cardiopulmonary, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition) pre-tests and post-tests of physical fitness. Prerequisite:  PED 100. 

 PE 125 (1) Swimming Courses—Full semester or combined half semesters activities. Prerequisite:  PED 100. 

 Beginning Swimming—Instruction in water adjustment, buoyancy, balance, relaxation, propulsive movement and coordinated stroking. Attention to personal safety and general information on hydrodynamics.

 Intermediate Swimming—Introduces four major strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Further discussion of hydrodynamics and stroke mechanics. Starts and turns are introduced, along with discussion of swimming for a lifetime of fitness. 

 Beginning Diving—The fundamentals of the dive are studied:  approach, lap, landing, flight, entry, etc.

 Swimmer's Course—Further development of the four major strokes in Intermediate Swimming, as well as competitive stroke development. Further discussion of stroke mechanics, competitive starts and turns. Diving and diving safety will be introduced. Students will learn how swim meets are formatted.

 Advanced Swimming—The purpose of this class is to produce outstanding all-around swimmers. The student will be prepared to pursue competitive swimming, if so desired.

 PE 130 (1) Beginning Horseback Riding—Provide the basic principles of horseback riding as well as instruction in the care of the equipment and the animal. Prerequisite:  PED 100. Fee.

 PE 131 (1) Intermediate Horseback Riding—Review of the basic fundamentals learned in Beginning Horseback Riding and to introduce new skill including riding at the trot and canter.  Prerequisite:  Beginning Horseback Riding. Prerequisite:  PED 100.  Fee.

 PE 138 (1) Advanced Gymnastics—One hour physical education credit for participation in one full season on the Asbury University Tumbling Team. Three (3) hours maximum credit. Credit/No credit. Prerequisite:  PED 100. 

 PE 280 (1) Lifeguard Training—Instruction given in accordance with the American Red Cross.  Students who complete requirements successfully will be certified as lifeguards with certification in CPR, First Aid, Head Lifeguarding, Waterfront Guard, as well as general lifeguarding. Prerequisite: PED 100. Fee.

 PE 300 (1) Water Safety Instructor/Fundamentals of Instructor Training

This class is designed to instruct Level 5 and above swimmers on how to teach swimming lessons and run a successful swimming lesson program.  Upon completion of the course you will have American Red Cross Certification for both Water Safety Instruction and for Fundamentals of Instructor Training. Prerequisite: PED 100. Fee.

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION THEORY COURSES

 PED 100 (1) Theory of Wellness--An introduction to the development and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle for the purpose of achieving the highest potential for well-being in all dimensions of wellness.  Emphasis is placed on health-related fitness and the course includes individual fitness prescriptions.  A variety of fitness assessments are administered.  Required for all students.

 PED 200 (3) Introduction to Coaching—A lecture/discussion course designed to introduce students to the profession of coaching.  The course is applicable to any student interested in coaching in the school and/or non-school setting.  The course will examine the principles of coaching as they relate to areas such as the roles and responsibilities of the coach, the types of coaches, the organization of a sport team, sport organizations, motivation, competition, leadership, sportsmanship, team dynamics and available resources for use in coaching.  Requires a field component.  Prerequisite to PED 205 and 206.

 PED 205 (1-2) Coaching Practicum I—Practical experience in a specific sport under the supervision of a sport specific coach.  Identifies skills, techniques in game situations, strategies, scouting, conditioning, practice planning. Requires a field component.  Prerequisite: PED 200. Contract.

 PED 206 (2) Coaching Practicum II—Same as PED 205 but must be in a sport different from that in PED 205.  Prerequisite: PED 200. Contract.

 PED 210 (3) Introduction to Health and Physical Education—Study of the philosophical, historical, and contemporary issues of health/physical education, exercise science, and sport management.  Includes study of organizations, careers, and a field component.

 PED 220 (3) Sport Management—Basic concepts and principles of sport management.  A survey of the careers, professional opportunities, and the structure and process of sport organizations.

 PED 228 (1) Practicum—Forty (40) hours of practical experience and observation in selected professional settings.  Contract.

 PED 261 (3) Psychology/Sociology of Physical Education/Sport—A survey of the psychological and sociological concepts which are relevant to physical education and sport. Topics include personality, motivation, competition, group and team dynamics, leadership, sportsmanship, sport in society, history, and current issues.

 PED 275 (3) Principles of Administration in Exercise-Related Professions—A study of basic management components used in the administration of programs in the exercise-related professions.  The course combines theory and concepts with concentration on practical strategies for skill development in administration and leadership for professionals in physical education, athletics, athletic trainers, fitness specialists, and intramural and recreational sport administrators.

 PED 300 (2) Sports Officiating—Theory and practice of sports officiating.  Emphasis is given to philosophy of officiating, responsibilities and qualities of officials; the study and interpretation of rules.  Requires earning KHSAA (or equivalent) officials rating.

PED 301 (2) Coaching Individual and Dual Sports—Study of the current trends and various aspects of coaching individual and dual sports such as tennis, cross country and swimming.  Methods of training/conditioning, rules, practice organization, scheduling, event management, and skill/strategy components.

PED 302 (2) Coaching Baseball/Softball—Theory and practice in coaching baseball and softball with emphasis on strategy.  Includes philosophy, skill techniques, conditioning/training, practice, organization, contest management and scheduling.

PED 303 (2) Coaching Basketball—Various aspects of coaching basketball. Includes philosophy, skill/strategy techniques, conditioning/training, practice organization, contest management, and scheduling.

PED 304 (2) Coaching Soccer—Theory and practice of coaching soccer. Includes strategy, philosophy, skill techniques, conditioning/training, rules, practice organization, contest management, and scheduling.

PED 305 (2) Coaching Volleyball—Various aspects of coaching volleyball.  Includes philosophy, skill/strategy techniques, conditioning/training, practice organization, contest management, and scheduling.

 PED 310 (3) History of Sport—An historical study of the emergence of sport in America (late 19th century to the present). The relationship of American sports to the economic, social, cultural, religious and political history will be surveyed.  Other elements addressed include the forces of industrialization, urbanization, and immigration in early America.  Development of sports organizations, professional sports, mass media and their influence on the continued evolution of sports in modern day American will also be addressed.

PED 321 (1) Adaptive Physical Education—Examines various special needs and the application of pedagogical techniques.  This course addresses topics applicable to a variety of professional settings including, but not necessarily limited to, gymnasiums and fitness and rehabilitation facilities.  Requires a field component.

PED 330 (2) Communication in Sport—Provides an introduction to such areas as interpersonal communications,small group communications, and mass communication as applied to sport organizations.  Other topics include electronic media, print media, media management, public speaking, and organizational communication.

PED 340 (3) Sports Marketing, Promotion, and Fundraising—Fundamental areas of marketing and promotion are applied to the sport industry.  Emphasis on the principles, policies, and product of sport and successful fund raising.

 PED 350 (3) Physical Fitness Assessment and Prescription—Methods and techniques used to enhance physical fitness and physical performance capacities.  Includes assessment, training techniques, exercise prescriptions, enhancement of health and skill related areas of fitness.

 PED 360 (3) Sport Skills I—A lecture/activity-based course designed to allow students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and technique to instruct the fundamental skills in activities such as badminton, bowling, golf, soccer, tennis and volleyball. Requires a field component. Fee.

 PED 361 (3) Sport Skills II—A lecture/activity-based course designed to allow students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and technique to instruct the fundamental skills in activities such as aerobics, archery, basketball, gymnastics, orienteering, rhythm, softball, track and field, and weight training. Requires a field component. Fee.

PED 371 (3) Motor Learning and Development—A study of the principles of motor learning that affect acquisition and performance of skilled movement in sports and physical education and recreational activities. Fee.

PED 391 (1-3) Independent Study—A directed and supervised investigation of a selected problem/topic in the area of PED, mutually agreed upon by the student and professor.  Available to senior PED majors.  A student may take up to six (6) hours of independent studies.  Contract.

PED 393 (1-3) Seminar—The study of various issues/topics in the field of exercise science.  Topics will be determined and announced for each semester a seminar course is offered.

 PED 400 (3) Liability in Sports/Leisure Services—Study of negligence liability, product liability, risk management procedures, legal status of sports organizations, and crowd control and security.  Also tort law, constitutional law, contracts, sport labor relations, and selected current issues.

PED 410 (3) Sport Economics and Finance—Finance and economic marketing principles and theories applied to various sport organizations.  Budget development is studied as a method of control and organization.

PED 420 (3) Physiology of Exercise—A study of the body's physiological responses to exercise with emphasis on the proper methods of obtaining optimal levels of performance.  One additional hour of lab required per week.  Prerequisites:  BIO 100 or 162 (preferred), PED 210 or permission. Fee.

PED 431 (3) Kinesiology/Biomechanics—The anatomical and mechanical analysis of human motion with emphasis on analyzing and improving athletic performance with application of mechanics to the structure and function of the human body.  One additional hour of lab required per week.  Prerequisite: BIO 100 or 162 (preferred) or permission. Fee.

PED 435 (3-6) Internship—Directed professional field experience in Exercise Science (240 hours expected; prerequisites: PED 228, 350, 420) or Sport Management (240 hours expected). Prerequisites: senior standing; application process; approval by the department.  Contract. 

 PED 461 (3) Statistics and Evaluation in Physical Education & Exercise Science—Emphasis is placed on statistical techniques for the purpose of evaluating health-related and skill-related components of physical fitness.  The course also examines the construction, selection, administration and assessment of testing instruments in physical education and exercise science.  Requires a field component.

PED 475 (1) Senior Capstone—A course for all physical education majors where students are asked to integrate and assess their skills, experience, and understanding. Fee.

 

RECREATION COURSES

 

REC 110 (1) Archways Wilderness Experience—A practical introduction to adventure camping as a transitional experience for University freshmen.

 REC 210 (2) Adventure Skills Leadership—An advanced version of REC 110 for students chosen for leadership positions for the Archways Experience.  Additional field experience for two credit hours.

 REC 212 (3) Principles of Recreation—Introduction to the concepts of leisure and recreation.  A survey of recreation as a profession and area of service and ministry from the national, state and local levels, both public and private.

REC 228 (1) Practicum—Forty (40) hours of practical experience and observation in selected recreation agency settings.

 REC 231 (3) Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation—Theoretical, philosophical and historical foundations of therapeutic recreation; role of the treatment and rehabilitation in settings and service models.  Professional development and current issues and problems in therapeutic recreation.

 REC 252 (3) Principles of Church Recreation—Study of history, philosophy, programming, and administration of recreation in the church as it relates to the total ministry. Overview of leisure and its value in the church setting.

REC 273 (3) Outdoor Living Skills—Emphasizes the skills and attitudes necessary for successfully living in and enjoying the outdoors in all seasons, ranging from day hikes to longer-term wilderness expeditions. Skills addressed will include outdoor equipment selection, staying warm and dry, shelter and campsite selection, safety awareness and wilderness travel using map and compass. Fee.

REC 342 (3) Recreation Programming—Study of programming content and process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services.

REC 345 (3) Outdoor Recreation and Education—A holistic approach to the study of the interrelationship of nature, humans, attitudes for caring about the environment and skill development in using natural resources for leisure pursuits. Includes first-hand observation, direct experience outside the classroom, and implications in botany, physical science, mathematics, history, etc.

REC 362 (3) Challenge Course Facilitation—Study of technical and teaching skills necessary for beginning leadership in the challenge course adventure environment. The use of both permanent and mobile activities will be highlighted at the University challenge course facility. Fee

REC 391 (1-3) Independent Study—A directed and supervised investigation of a selected problem/topic in the area of REC, mutually agreed upon by the student and professor.  Available to senior REC majors.  A student may take up to six (6) hours of independent studies.  Contract.

REC 393 (1-3) Seminar—The study of various issues/topics in the field of recreation.  Topics will be determined and announced for each semester a seminar is offered. Fee.

REC 412 (3) Outdoor Christian Leadership—Seeks to integrate a Christian view of leadership in the context of outdoor and wilderness recreation and education.  Students will explore a servant-leader model of outdoor leadership through wilderness instructional techniques, group processes, and through developing a Christian environmental ethic. Fee.

REC 422 (3) Plan, Design and Maintenance of Recreation, Athletic, and Park Facilities—Planning principles and procedures of athletic, recreation, and park areas.  Facilities, designing problems, details of structure and equipment, master planning methods, study of standards and trends of maintenance procedures.

REC 435 (3-6) Internship—Directed professional field experience in public and private recreation agencies. Prerequisite:  Senior standing and application process must be completed and approved by department.  Contract.

Bulletin 2011-2012  Revised 8/26/2011